Director of Nursing

The Glen Retirement

Director of Nursing

Shreveport, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Paid Holidays on hire

    403(b)

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    The Glen is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) who is resident & family focused, a team builder, and excited about the opportunity to lead a high-performing clinical team of RN’s, LPN’s, and CNA’s. The Director of Nursing (DON) is instrumental in shaping the care experience for our residents and guiding our nursing staff with vision, integrity, and skill.

    Company Description:

    Since 1898, The Glen strives to provide the best environment for seniors. Our focus is a “resident directed” philosophy that caters to each resident's individuality by respecting their choices, preserving their dignity and giving them every opportunity to live a purposeful life. We feel it is the best way to offer the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment that places the respect of our residents above all else. By embracing this philosophy, residents are happier and healthier.

    Your Impact as Director of Nursing:

    Ensure nursing services meet all company, local, state, and federal guidelines

    Oversee nursing staff recruitment, onboarding, and performance

    Step in to assist on the floor when needed to ensure consistent care

    Review and approve payroll to ensure accuracy and compliance

    Monitor resident records for accuracy and proper documentation

    Coordinate development of individualized care plans with physicians and interdisciplinary teams

    Guarantee timely access to equipment, supplies, and resources

    Coach and mentor nursing staff to support continuous improvement and resident outcomes

    Develop positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs

    Oversees and delivers in-service educational programs designed to equip nursing staff with sufficient knowledge and skills to provide nursing, nursing related services, and highest level of compassionate, quality of care to each resident to attain or maintain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

    Required Qualifications:

    Registered Nurse licensure in Louisiana

    Long term care experience preferred

    Minimum three years of management or supervisory experience

    People-oriented individual, have good communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse group of people

    Must be able to work overtime as required

    Well organized and self-motivated

    Computer skills appropriate to job functions

    Physical Demands:

    Must be able to fulfill job requirements in a high-energy, high-traffic area.

    Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds; push/pull up to 90 pounds.

    Extensive walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping

    Must be physically able to work extended hours beyond normal work hours

    Benefit Package:

    Competitive salaries

    Group medical, dental and vision plans

    Paid Life insurance and Long-Term Disability policies

    Paid Time Off (PTO)

    Paid Holidays

    403 (b) Retirement Plan